When Does a Pendulum Reach Its Maximum Speed?

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The maximum speed of a simple pendulum occurs at the lowest point of its swing. To determine the time it takes to reach this speed, the period of the pendulum can be calculated using the formula T = 2π√(L/g), where L is the length of the string and g is the acceleration due to gravity. Mechanical energy is conserved throughout the pendulum's motion, meaning potential energy at the highest point converts to kinetic energy at the lowest point. For a 0.60 m long pendulum, the period can be calculated to find the time to reach maximum speed. Understanding these principles clarifies the pendulum's motion and speed dynamics.
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A simple pendulum is made from a 0.60 m long string and a small ball attached to its free end. The ball is pulled to one side through a small angle and then released from rest. After the ball is released, how much time elapses before it attains its greatest speed?

So would the max speed be at the bottom of the drop? Do i need to use an energy equation of some sort?? All i know is the length of the string is .60m. I'm lost.
 
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